What is meant by Decryption?
The term "decryption" refers to the process of converting encrypted information back into its original, readable form. This is done using a key or algorithm that decodes the encrypted data. Decryption is an essential component of cryptography and is used in various areas of information security.
Typical software functions in the area of "decryption":
- Key management: Secure storage and management of decryption keys
- Algorithm implementation: Implementation of various decryption algorithms such as AES, RSA, or Blowfish
- File analysis: Detection and processing of various encrypted file formats
- Batch processing: Automated decryption of multiple files or datasets
- Logging: Recording of decryption processes for audit purposes
- Integrity checking: Verification of the integrity of decrypted data
- User authentication: Ensuring that only authorized users have access to decryption functions